Global Trade Manager

Aptiv•Troy, MI

About The Position

The US Global Trade Services Manager oversees the compliant and efficient execution of US import, export, and post-entry activities across all transportation modes. The role ensures Aptiv's global trade operations comply with applicable import and export regulations and internal policies and procedures, while supporting business continuity and operational excellence. The position reports directly to the Americas Global Trade Services Lead. The manager works with Corporate Trade, Legal, Logistics, IT, and business units; manages customs brokers; supports internal and external audits; and provides financial reporting on customs and broker expenses by plant or business unit. The role also manages trade KPIs and performs a range of US customs compliance, reporting, analysis, and post-entry activities.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant professional experience.
Higher education in business, logistics, or a financial background.
Top-tier global trade experience, including work with a brokerage firm and/or multinational company.
In-depth knowledge of US Customs processes and regulations, US imports and exports, and post-entry activities.
General knowledge of foreign trade policies.
English fluency required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HTS and ECCN classification assignment.
US Broker License.
Technology and/or automotive industry experience.
Prior people management experience.
Experience with SAP GTS.
Multiple language skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee and efficiently execute US import, export, and post-entry activities.
Serve as the primary contact with Corporate Trade, Legal, Logistics, IT, and business units.
Manage customs brokers.
Support internal and external audits.
Provide financial reporting of customs and broker expenses by plant and business unit.
Gather and manage internal and external broker KPIs.
Resolve shipment data insufficiencies for US imports and exports.
Manage US post-entry corrections and data retention.
Perform duty rate analysis.
Manage PGA reporting and FDA annual reporting.
Conduct entry data analysis and auditing, and ISA testing.
Manage surety bonds.
Qualify AD/CVD and 301 exclusions.
Work with reconciliation and drawback programs.
Manage the ACE Portal.

Benefits

Private health care effective on day 1 of employment.
Life and accident insurance.
Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
Relocation assistance may be available.
Learning and development opportunities.
Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
Recognition for innovation and excellence.
Opportunities to give back to the community.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive benefits package supporting family, physical health, and mental health.